Embodied AI gives models a physical body — arms, wheels, sensors. Follow the race to make LLMs act in the real world.
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Pudu Robotics introduced its 'One Brain, Many Forms' strategy at WAIC, centering on the integration of PuduFM and PuduAgent. This approach aims to standardize the AI brain across various robotic hardware platforms to scale deployment.
量子位 · 63d ago
At the World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC), new robotics solutions were showcased that move beyond simple demos to demonstrate real-world task execution. These robots highlight the industry's shift toward embodied AI that can perform actual work.
量子位 · 63d ago
Collaborative robot manufacturer Dobot (2432.HK) is facing a significant equity dispute involving a co-founder just days before its A-share IPO review. The conflict centers on a 47% discrepancy in employee shareholding platform ownership, potentially impacting its market debut.
虎嗅 · 63d ago
Unitree (宇泛智能) debuted its new 'Lingmao' robot dog at the WAIC event, showcasing its ability to perform continuous 720-degree backflips. This marks a significant advancement in the agility and motion control capabilities of quadrupedal robots.
量子位 · 64d ago
The 2026 World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) highlights a shift toward industrial application, with embodied AI and the 'Token' economy emerging as the primary commercial drivers. Industry focus has moved from theoretical research to measurable ROI in real-world scenarios like manufacturing and logistics.
虎嗅 · 64d ago
Foundation Future Industries, a robotics firm advised by Eric Trump, is actively exploring the development of humanoid robots for military and 'kinetic' applications. The company is positioning its technology to move beyond industrial use cases into defense sectors.
Wired AI · 64d ago
LimX Dynamics has released a new demo showcasing the capabilities of their humanoid robot. The release highlights the competitive landscape in embodied AI, drawing a reaction from Figure AI.
量子位 · 65d ago
Boston Dynamics is testing its quadruped robot, Spot, for last-mile delivery tasks. The robot is designed to ride in delivery vans and autonomously navigate from the vehicle to the customer's doorstep.
The Next Web (TNW) · 66d ago
A researcher seeks critical perspectives on JEPA-like models, questioning their superiority over existing LLM and RL paradigms in robot learning. The discussion aims to identify potential red flags and limitations in LeCun's proposed architecture compared to other world model approaches.
Reddit r/MachineLearning · 66d ago
The first Yangcheng Lake Peninsula AI Carnival showcased various AI applications in sports, healthcare, and retail. The event aims to bridge the gap between AI development and real-world user feedback in a high-traffic tourism environment.
36氪 · 66d ago
Xiaomi has significantly improved its humanoid robot's performance in automotive factory settings. The robot's success rate for self-tapping nut loading tasks has increased to 98%, nearly matching human efficiency.
TechNode · 67d ago
Xiaomi's humanoid robot has been undergoing a four-month internship at their automotive factory. It is currently reported to be at 99% readiness for full-time deployment.
Ifanr (爱范儿) · 67d ago
Boston Dynamics is testing a new conveyor belt attachment for its Spot robot. This innovation aims to automate parcel loading and delivery, reducing physical strain on logistics workers.
cnBeta (Full RSS) · 67d ago
Boston Dynamics is testing a new conveyor belt accessory for its Spot quadruped robot to automate package delivery from vehicles to doorsteps. This initiative aims to solve the 'last-mile' problem by leveraging the robot's ability to navigate stairs and complex terrain.
The Verge · 67d ago
LimX Dynamics has secured $200 million in new funding to accelerate its path toward a Hong Kong IPO. Founder Zhang Wei emphasized that the company prioritizes sustainable commercial logic over aggressive revenue gambling in the embodied AI sector.
量子位 · 68d ago
This article analyzes the investment landscape of automotive CVCs in the embodied AI sector. It highlights why automakers prioritize founders with deep engineering backgrounds over pure academic researchers.
钛媒体 · 68d ago
Nubia is launching the iMoochi AI pet robot, designed for emotional companionship and life-like interaction. It features personality development, touch sensitivity, and a unique language system to avoid the 'uncanny valley' effect.
IT之家 · 69d ago
Unitree founder Wang Xingxing predicts that robots will become consumer-grade platforms, similar to the evolution of PCs 30 years ago. He highlights their role in AI innovation, education, and commercial engagement.
IT之家 · 69d ago
Haier has released its third-generation AI exoskeleton, the W3, priced at $2,200 and weighing 1.75 kg. It features real-time AI gait learning to adapt to individual walking patterns, currently available in Guangzhou retail stores.
Pandaily · 70d ago
Booster Robotics swept all three humanoid football divisions at RoboCup 2026 in Incheon. This performance highlights the rapid advancement of embodied AI in dynamic, competitive environments.
The Next Web (TNW) · 72d ago
Momenta has officially redefined its strategic focus towards 'Physical AI'. This shift signals a broader industry trend of integrating AI into autonomous hardware and robotics.
钛媒体 · 72d ago
General Intuition argues that video games provide better training data than the internet for achieving AGI. The startup focuses on the model's ability to understand movement in space and time, which is currently a limitation for LLMs.
TechCrunch AI · 73d ago
Coddie founder He Hangwei, a veteran of Huawei and Bambu Lab, is developing an AI-driven baby care ecosystem. The product aims to move beyond simple monitoring to active, automated care using AI-linked hardware.
虎嗅 · 73d ago
Excelland Robotics deploys robots for practical tasks such as hotel deliveries, campus transport, elevator navigation, and underground-car-park cleaning. The article highlights how autonomous machines operate in real-world commercial environments with minimal public attention.
TechNode · 10d ago
The article examines whether embodied robots can move beyond demonstrations to perform supermarket shelf-inventory tasks in real stores. Two companies are reportedly testing whether these systems can deliver accurate, scalable retail accounting across a network of approximately 70,000 stores.
量子位 · 10d ago
Researchers at New York University Tandon have introduced ScaFi, a biomimetic robotic fish designed to move like a real fish. Its body can expand or contract on demand, enabling exploration across aquatic environments with different depths and scales.
cnBeta (Full RSS) · 11d ago
EcoPro plans to join South Korean battery-materials companies targeting the humanoid robotics market. The sector expects lighter and more powerful batteries for robots to create a growth opportunity beyond electric vehicles.
Bloomberg Technology · 11d ago
China-based robotics company Unitree Robotics released a demonstration video showing a humanoid robot fighting a human with claimed fully autonomous operation. The company says its AI performs real-time prediction of future movements.
ITmedia AI+ (日本) · 12d ago
A transforming robot can reportedly change form in three seconds and combine with other units. The product has been sold in 50 countries, indicating international commercial traction.
量子位 · 12d ago
A Tsinghua-trained researcher and entrepreneur is building a company focused on embodied intelligence and autonomous driving, reportedly reaching a valuation of 2 billion yuan. His open-source simulator has been adopted by Tesla and other international technology companies, positioning him as a potential rising figure in China’s robotics industry.
虎嗅 · 12d ago